
Dr Andy Palmer
Andy is the SCC Private Member’s Chief Ambassador.
At heart is a pure petrolhead, he’s an engineer and most of all a proud supporter of SCC | Private Members. He’s had an almighty impact on the automotive world as we know it today, some say “The Henry Ford of Electric Vehicles”.
The Nissan Leaf, Nissan Qashqai, Nissan Duke, Nissan GTR-Nismo, Infinity UK, Aston Martin Red Bull Racing, Aston Martin DB11, Aston Martin Vantage, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera, Aston Martin DBX, Aston Martin Valkyrie, Aston Martin Valhalla and so much more all existed because of his strong influence.
Andy has a very special collection of Aston Martins and it’s always a true privilege to have them at events with us.

Nicky Grist
Nicky Grist is a renowned rally co-driver and motorsport personality, best known for his successful career alongside some of the biggest names in the World Rally Championship (WRC). Grist gained global recognition as the co-driver for Colin McRae, with whom he formed one of the most iconic duos in rallying history.
Together, they achieved numerous victories, including winning the 1997 Rally of Portugal and the 1998 Safari Rally. Beyond his WRC career, Grist has continued to contribute to the sport as a commentator, event organizer, and motorsport ambassador.
His wealth of experience, sharp insights, and enduring passion for motorsport is beyond valuable to learn from when Nicky attends SCC events, notably, our rally experiences with V-Force Training.

Tom Howard
Influencer Tom Howard is an Official Club Ambassador for SCC Private Members.
Tom Howard is the Founder and CEO of The Gentleman Racer Ltd, part of the Clubhouse 400 Group, based in Northamptonshire, UK.
His career blends creativity with media and content production, focusing on style and lifestyle themes. Drawing from his past experience with Ralph Lauren, Tom established a brand that embodies “British-Modern” fashion, merging traditional British bespoke with contemporary influences. Through The Gentleman Racer, he has built a platform for showcasing refined, classic style while maintaining a focus on quality and craftsmanship.

Peter Greaves – Petrol Ped
Petrol Ped is a dynamic YouTube channel dedicated to car enthusiasts, providing engaging and informative content about all things automotive.
Hosted by the passionate and knowledgeable Peter Greaves, also known as Ped, the channel covers a wide range of topics including car reviews, road trips, industry insights, and motorsport events.
With a mix of high-performance cars, electric vehicles, and everyday rides, Petrol Ped offers a blend of entertainment and expertise, making it a go-to destination for anyone who loves cars.
Ped’s approachable and enthusiastic style, combined with his in-depth knowledge, makes him such a pleasure to have him as one of our long standing ambassadors to SCC I Private Members.